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Melvin WARD
September 27, 1933 - April 24, 2017
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On April 24, 2017 Mr. Melvin Ward of Glendon passed away at the age of 83 years. He is survived by his 3 daughters & 2 sons, Mona (Laurier) Dechaine, Doug Ward, Della (Gilbert) Joly, Sharon (John) Harper & George Ward; 10 grandchildren, Shawn, Gisele, Andrea, Suzanne, Jodie, Crysten, Christopher, Michelle, Madison & Jenny; 18 great-grandchildren; sister, Hazel Martin; brother, Norman Ward; numerous nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Viola; parents, George & Flora Ward; brother, Wilfred; 2 sisters, Florence & Leama. A private Celebration of Life will take place with inurnment in Glendon Community Cemetery. Cremation has taken place. If desired, donations may be made to Bonnyville Palliative Care Unit c/o 5626 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1. To send condolences online, please visit www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com.
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From: Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel
Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel Staff send our condolences to family and friends.
From: Virginia Feland
Relation: Uncle
May you RIP Uncle Melvin, now you are resting with Auntie Vi, such great memories for a wonderful man, sending thoughts and love to everyoneđ
From: Rob & Sandy Misanchuk
Relation: Friends
To the Ward Families,
A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, for they are still alive in our hearts, through us they live on. Our condolences to you all on the passing of a wonderful father, grandfather and friend.
From: Helen & Ivan Chapdelaine
Relation: Friends of Della
Our deepest condolences to you Della and your family! We remember your dad as a campground keeper at Pelican Point! Both your parents were the warmest , kindness, people we ever met! May you cherish many memories ! Heaven has gained another Angel!
From: Louise Lajoie
Relation: old friend
To all of Melvin family, my deepest condolences on your loss. Melvin was a friend of ours for years, went to dances when Vi and Melvin played, truly wonderful musicians and friendly people, what a great loss. Think of them as they are together again and probably making wonderful music again.
From: Orvella Pulliam-Cartlidge
Relation: niece
I am sorry to hear that Uncle Melvin has passed. My sincere prayers go out to the family. I won’t be able to attend but my heart will be with you all, especially my cousins Mona, Doug, Della, Sharon, and George, as well as my Aunt Hazel and Uncle Norman during this time.
From: Frances Kuori
Relation: Family friend.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the family of Melvin, he was such a happy man and you all will have so many good memories to cherish. RIP Melvin.
From: louise Dunning
Relation: I know the children of Melvin
Our condolences to the family our thoughts are with you at this time may he rest in peace
From: Dale and Marguerite Stark
Relation: Friends
Mona and Laurier and family
Deepest condolences for the loss of your father.
From: Clifford & Linda Black
Relation: Friends
Our deepest condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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